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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Halnaker, West Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for your event across Halnaker and West Sussex, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- School summer fairs
- Festivals
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Fresh fish and chips in Halnaker
Fairs, fêtes and events in Halnaker
Halnaker is about 3 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Tell us where your event in Halnaker will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. Halnaker is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Halnaker to Brighton (about 25 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like The Priory Church of St Mary and St Blaize? A chip van draws people in. If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Chichester station, about 3.8 miles south-west. With the sea within about 6 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
Anywhere in PO18, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From The Street, Stame Road and Oakford Park or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Other places close to Halnaker we cover include Boxgrove (1 mile south), Waterbeach (1 mile west), Tangmere (1 mile south), Strettington (1 mile south-west) and Westerton (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Worthing (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south), Chichester (3 miles south-west), Selsey (10 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles south-east) and Emsworth (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Centre (2.9 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (3.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Halnaker include Levin Down.
Fish and chip van for events in Halnaker, cooked to order
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Typical bookings include feeding event crew and village fêtes, with cod and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
Near Halnaker, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- Halnaker (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
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What else we do in Halnaker
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
What affects the price in Halnaker
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How far we travel
- The length of service
- Access and parking
- How many people are eating
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Halnaker, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Agree the terms in writing
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Plan bins near food stalls
When the event closes, we pack up.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
About the food
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Halnaker?
It is a hot meal for helpers as well.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Village fêtes
- Festivals
- Community open days
- Feeding event crew
PTAs at schools such as Boxgrove CofE Primary School often want one reliable hot-food stall.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- Payment terms and deposit
- How much space the van takes up
- If the price includes VAT
FAQs for Halnaker
Can you serve near the sea around Halnaker?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you trade at school fairs around Halnaker?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
How do you charge at fêtes?
It depends on the event: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We will agree it in writing.
Do you do school fairs and sports days?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for visitors are worth planning.
Do you do festivals?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. December events in Halnaker lose the light at about 4:00pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Make sure the van can get in
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Where the van can park in Halnaker
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Information about power and water
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- A queue area clear of rides and games
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch